Music - Virtual Record Stores

A D Music
This is another company that specializes in "electronic, esoteric and unusual
music." They only have a few artists, but most artist have at least 2 CDs.

Allegro
"Allegro is the largest distributor of independent classical music in America.
Allegro also distributes Jazz, World Music, Nostalgia, Special Effects and Military
Marching Band Music." Most of the music is either on cassette or CD format, and
ordering is easy. For more information call.

Big Round Records
Only two artists at the moment. To order, send check or money order.

Black Boot Records
"A new country/roots-focused label based in Seattle, WA." Only one artist at the
moment, but if you're interested in this type of music, you might want to check in every
once in awhile to see what's new.

Dischord Records
If you like bands like Fugazi, Lungfish, Beefeater, and Egghunt, this is where you should
look. By the way, not everything they carry is on CD. Some titles are also available on
vinyl. To order music, or to request a catalog, call or write.

Dive Records
Small, independent label with only a few singles on its current roster. If you're
interested in any of the music, please write.

Hearts of Space Records
Catalog of New Age recordings. CDs are moderately priced and they have an easy to use
online order form.

Heyday Records
Small San Francisco label founded in 1988 that is dedicated to "recording music that
falls somewhere between roots music, indie alternative and modern rock." They have a
nice little collection of music that's worth checking out. Prices are fair and ordering is
easy.

Higher Octave Music
Sells CDs and cassettes. The new Neal Schon and the new Jonathan Cain solo albums can be
found on this label, plus dozens of other artists. $15.00 for CDs and $10.00 for
cassettes.

Intertainment Inc.
This site provides clear instructions, making it easy to use. Also, prices are good, with
cassettes at $7.50 and CDs $11.50. Most of the artists are relatively unknown (which
explains the prices). But, if you want a change of pace, do yourself a favor and check
this out.

Jazzline
This is an acoustic label containing, for the most part, music based on hardbop. CDs are
$15.00 each (including shipping and handling).

Lipstick Records
This is a record label concentrating on jazz with electronic instruments. You might
recognize this music as "fusion" or "contemporary jazz," but this
label doesn't use those terms. CDs are $15.00 each (including shipping and handling).

The Music Express, ETC.
Store
Ordering involves cutting and pasting information about artists and prices. Still, this
site is interesting because its inventory is based on your suggestions.

Music Kiosk
This site is very easy to use, and if you are into categories, they have plenty of them.
Again, prices are cheap because the artists are relatively unknown.

Music of the World
Music from all over the world. Right now ordering is by phone or mail only (no email yet).

Music Scene International
MSI was created to "respond to the independent labels and individual artists' need
for an affordable way to advertise, promote, distribute and sell their music and other
merchandise directly to their fans."

Noteworthy Music
Noteworthy Music offers a large selection of music, but figuring out how to order is a
little tricky.

Noteworthy Records
Founded in September 1993 by LA-based recording artist and studio musician Michael Paulo.
This is a jazz label aimed at the artist. Average price is $15.98. Checks and money orders
only.

OZMOZ Records
"OZMOZ is a record label that focuses on giving you 'shivers' and physical
reactions."

Pentagon CDs & Tapes
This is one the most impressive online stores I have come across in some time. I used
there search engine to look up music I was certain they weren't going to carry. And guess
what? They had the music! And usually for $2 or $3 below retail.
If you want the usual top forty or maybe something slighty outside, you owe it to yourself
to check this one out.

Hip-Hop label with 3 CDs so far at $11.99 apiece. Check or money order only. Rainy Day Records
Located in Atlanta, Georgia, Rainy Day Records promotes and distributes the music of some
of the southeast's finest musicians. You can order direct.

Solesides Records
Solesides Records is a small northern California label with only three artists right now.
Hip-hop is their specialty. Send check or money order.

Soundwire
Soundwire has lots of music in every style. Artists are listed alphabetically, and a
colored dot next to each album title identifies the style of music. Prices are pretty good
and ordering is easy; just click on an order form located on the right- hand side of the
screen.

SURREAL TO REAL
This catalog specializes in electronic and synthesizer music. You should contact them for
prices.

VINYL RECORD STORES, USA
This is a list of record stores across the U.S. that specialize in dance music (DJs). All
vinyl.

Visible Records
Label specializing in dance/ambient/experimental music. Call for more info or to order
direct.

Windham Hill Records
Probably the biggest, and most well known of all the New Age record companies. Phone
orders only.